Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation

Every Friday from June 2 to October 27. Local fruits, vegetables, meats and other produce are available for sale each Friday at Groundwork Hudson Valley's Farm Market at Philipse Manor Hall! Aside from produce, various crafts and programs will take place during the Farm Market. EBT accepted!

Presented by the Child Development Institute at Sarah Lawrence College, the Community Adventure Play Experience gives children the ability to use their imagination to transform recyclables and other discarded materials, into whatever their mind can think of. Children will be able to construct anything their mind can think of out of boxes, string, buckets and other day to day items. This free program will be taking place on the western lawn in back of the Manor Hall. Materials will be provided.

Simple chair yoga and meditation practices can help us release stress, relax, feel healthier and calmer, sleep better, and ultimately can help shift our perspective, enabling us to feel more in charge of our lives, and have a more compassionate, inclusive and empowered view of the world. Class takes place inside the Gothic Chamber and attendees are encouraged to bring a pillow. $10 per class, no reservations needed

Every Friday from June 2 to October 27. Local fruits, vegetables, meats and other produce are available for sale each Friday at Groundwork Hudson Valley's Farm Market at Philipse Manor Hall! Aside from produce, various crafts and programs will take place during the Farm Market. EBT accepted!

Simple chair yoga and meditation practices can help us release stress, relax, feel healthier and calmer, sleep better, and ultimately can help shift our perspective, enabling us to feel more in charge of our lives, and have a more compassionate, inclusive and empowered view of the world. Class takes place inside the Gothic Chamber and attendees are encouraged to bring a pillow. $10 per class, no reservations needed

Come join us at the 2nd installment of Philipse Manor Hall's fall movie series as we will be viewing the family favorite, The Incredibles! Get a chance to experience heartfelt classics to modern masterpieces as we cozy up on the 4th Saturday of every month. Movies are shown in the Gothic Chamber inside the Manor Hall, and visitors are encouraged to bring their own refreshments and a blanket if they prefer to lie down on the floor. All films are rated PG. Free admission.

Join us in a celebration of Dutch holiday traditions as we welcome St. Nicholas to Philipse Manor Hall. Activities include a live performance of music and storytelling about holiday celebrations from around the world, holiday crafts, scavenger hunts, traditional baked goods and refreshments, PLUS a visit and history lesson from St. Nicholas himself! Admission is free for the day!

Under the cover of darkness, with only candles to light the way, come learn about the way the different eras of the Philipse family observed during the holidays during the first generation in the 1680's to the last generation in the 1760's. Discover the historical origins of many of our modern holiday traditions and decorations, while enjoying the multi-generational decorations done by Morsemere Garden Club and learning about the history of the Manor Hall. $5 for adults, $3 for seniors and students. Free for children 12 and under. Reservation not required but please call ahead to confirm availability